Quincy Reporter

Adams County Board of Health met Thursday, April 25

Quincy Public School District 172 Board of Education met April 24

Quincy Public School District 172 Board of Education met Wednesday, April 24

Community Unit School District 200 Committee of the Whole met April 24

Community Unit School District 200 Committee of the Whole met Wednesday, April 24

Mendon Community Unit School District 4 Board of Education met April 24

Mendon Community Unit School District 4 Board of Education met Wednesday, April 24

Southeastern Community Unit School District 337 Board of Education met March 27

Southeastern Community Unit School District 337 Board of Education met Wednesday, March 27

Southeastern Community Unit School District 337 Board of Education met April 24

Southeastern Community Unit School District 337 Board of Education met Wednesday, April 24

Adams County County Education: 238 Hispanic students were enrolled in schools in 2021-22 school year

By Quincy Reporter | May 3, 2024

In Adams County County schools, 238 Hispanic students were enrolled in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Adams County residents paid 34th-largest sum in sales taxes in Illinois during February

By Quincy Reporter | May 3, 2024

Adams County residents paid $485,117 in sales taxes, the 34th highest total paid per county in February.

Deadlines, Stacking the Election Deck, Miss Quincy, and More

By Quincy Reporter | May 3, 2024

Today was another deadline day in the House as we focused on considering and amending bills advanced to us by the Senate. The deadline to advance Senate Bills through committee was extended for one more week for 30 bills. Our tentative adjournment is just a few weeks away on May 24th."The Governor signed Democrats’ overtly partisan elections bill into law this morning, not even two full days after it was filed in the House. Just yesterday the Governor said at a press conference that he hadn’t yet seen the details of the bill." - Aside from being...

Adams County taxpayers give $94,128 in County Sales Tax in February

In February, Adams County saw a decrease in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

33 coaches at institutions in Adams County earned $23,890 on average in 2022

The average coaching salary at Quincy University, the only institution paying coaches during 2022 in Adams County, was $34,652, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

Fallen Officers Honored, Remembered at the Capitol Police Memorial

On May 2, 2024, at the Illinois Peace Officer Memorial Ceremony, Rep. Frese joined law enforcement officers from across the state to pay tribute to the fallen heroes who sacrificed their lives in the line of duty.During the ceremony, Rep. Frese expressed, "We will never forget their bravery, service, and sacrifice." The event was a solemn occasion to remember and honor the Illinois officers who lost their lives in 2023. A moment of prayer was also held for the families and loved ones of the fallen officers.The Capitol Police Memorial served as a poignant backdrop for...

Adams County collects $176,201 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in February

In February, Adams County saw a decrease in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Cities in Adams County recorded 1 less lawyer practicing law in April

There was one less active legal license in cities within Adams County in April compared to the previous month.

Adams County collects $214,788 in Countywide Sales Tax in February

In February, Adams County saw a decrease in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Illinois Pork Industry Celebrates Bacon Day with Over 6 Billion Slices Annually

Illinois residents are joining in the celebration of Illinois Bacon Day, a day dedicated to honoring the state's pork industry and the delicious bacon it produces. With more than 6 billion slices of bacon being churned out each year, the Illinois pork industry plays a significant role in providing this beloved protein to consumers.The festivities surrounding Illinois Bacon Day aim to recognize and appreciate the hard work and dedication of the pork producers who contribute to putting bacon on the plates of many. The event serves as a tribute to the essential role played...

Conservation Day with Miss Quincy, Nicole Taylor